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Recent Examples of preemie
Being home with a preemie baby is very different than bringing a full-term baby home from the hospital.
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Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
But Take Note The minimum weight is 7 pounds, so these aren’t ideal for newborns or preemies.
—Laura Denby, Parents, 4 Aug. 2024
The last point is part of a complication that affects preemies known as Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS).
—Stephanie Brown, Parents, 16 July 2024
And loss of that access could put thousands of preemies at risk.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 July 2024
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Jasmine Roth, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024
But Take Note The minimum weight is 7 pounds, so these aren’t ideal for newborns or preemies.
—Laura Denby, Parents, 4 Aug. 2024
The last point is part of a complication that affects preemies known as Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS).
—Stephanie Brown, Parents, 16 July 2024
And loss of that access could put thousands of preemies at risk.
—James Hill, ABC News, 7 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for preemie
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The Thaw follows Wajda as a widowed detective investigating the murder of a young woman and her newborn, while also coming to terms with the death of her own husband.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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Jenna had previously announced the big news with photos of herself holding the newborn.Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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The trajectory of her life was far less certain than for a full-term infant who went straight home after delivery.Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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There were more than 16 hospitalizations for every 100,000 infants that week, up from about 6 a month earlier.Deidre McPhillips, CNN, 2 Dec. 2024
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This means there is a two-month window after birth where neonates are at their most vulnerable.Paul Sisson, The Mercury News, 18 Nov. 2024
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Existing studies show that loud noise can cause a stress response in neonates, but lullabies and breath sounds can help calm babies.Dr. Abimbola Okulaja, ABC News, 27 June 2024
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Chopra also appeared to have played dress-up with the toddler, who in one photo clapped her hands while sporting long, press-on nails.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Most exciting metro Phoenix restaurants that opened in 2024 Billie Eilish Phoenix concert: Complete guide to Desert Diamond Arena Drive around and look at Christmas lights Gotta a toddler (or several) who's difficult to wrangle?Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
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While experts continue to debate which therapies are most effective and appropriate for these kids, ABA is one of the most widely recommended.Annie Waldman, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
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Besides her kids, Givens’ other purpose in life is nursing.John Diedrich, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Their selection of products includes maternity pillows, breast pumps, nursing bras, baby monitors, baby sound machines, and more.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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But that post was hardly the only time the Django Unchained actor gushed about his baby girl.Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Musk walked into Thune’s office with one of his children perched atop his shoulders.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 5 Dec. 2024
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But some of the key touchstones — a mix of music and stories, a centering of children with candles — are present.Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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This fun and colorful karaoke set is now a whopping 81% off on Saks Off Fifth and comes with two mics so kiddos can enjoy duets.Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024
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Khloé also shared multiple photos of her kiddos enjoying Turkey Day, including a picture of True munching on a chocolate turkey and a sweet snap of the brother-sister duo embracing.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Preemie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/preemie. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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